Description
A rich and creamy cheesecake that combines the flavors of chocolate and coffee, offering a delightful dessert experience perfect for gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 24 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 tbsp espresso powder or strong brewed coffee
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 ready-made graham cracker crust (or make your own with crushed graham crackers, melted butter, and sugar)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
- If making a homemade graham cracker crust, mix crushed graham crackers with melted butter and sugar, press into a 9-inch springform pan, and bake for 10 minutes. Let cool.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add the sugar and mix until fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Blend in sour cream, espresso powder, cocoa powder, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Pour the cheesecake mixture over the crust, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes until the edges are set but the center has a slight jiggle.
- Turn off the oven and crack the door, allowing the cheesecake to cool for an hour. Transfer to the refrigerator and chill for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Run a knife around the edges before removing the springform pan. Slice and serve.
Notes
Use room temperature ingredients for a smoother batter. For richer flavor, consider garnishing with chocolate shavings or whipped cream.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: cheesecake, mocha, dessert, chocolate, coffee, family recipe